Spaghetti sauce is a versatile dish that can be served in a variety of ways, making it a popular choice for home cooks. Whether you prefer a classic tomato sauce, a creamy Alfredo sauce, or a spicy Arrabiata, there's a spaghetti sauce recipe out there to suit your taste. With so many different recipes to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start. Read on for our tips on how to find the best recipe for hearty homemade spaghetti sauce.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HEARTY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE
After years of experimenting, my mom has perfected her hearty spaghetti sauce recipe. It's excellent served with a tossed salad and garlic bread. Although the recipe makes more than two servings, it freezes well. -Jennifer Shaw, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, peppers, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Add the mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, bay leaf, sugar, salt, basil, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring often. Discard bay leaf. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE
Homemade Italian spaghetti sauce from an Italian family. The longer you cook it the better it tastes.
Provided by Cathy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato
Time 4h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large saucepan over medium heat, saute onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, water, Italian seasoning, basil, sugar, wine, and crushed red pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 659.1 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
HEARTY HOMEMADE ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE
Thick, rich, meaty sauce loaded with the flavors of Italy! I finally wrote it down as I went along! PLEASE don't let the list of ingredients scare you off, it's really VERY easy!! You'll never buy "those jars" again! :)
Provided by Wildflour
Categories Sauces
Time 1h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- In large mixing bowl, combine well with hands the 2 meats.
- Add to deep, large non-stick skillet. *If not using non-stick pan, add a little olive oil to pan first so it won't stick.
- Sprinkle EVENLY rest of meat mixture ingredients over meats. Stir meats to mix in herbs and spices.
- Cook over medium heat til meat is no longer pink. Break up meat as you go along, but just don't overdo it. You don't want tiny, overly fine pieces.
- Drain grease.
- Pour into large heavy-bottomed pot.
- Add rest of ingredients EXCEPT mushrooms, and stir/fold to mix well.
- Now add the mushrooms! :).
- Heat over medium heat til simmering.
- Lower heat to just a simmer and cook, stirring every so often, for about 30 minutes.
- Serve over hot, cooked and well drained spaghetti, thin spaghetti, mostaccioli, or rotini noodles.
- Serve with tossed salad, garlic bread and parmesan cheese on the side if desired. ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.2, Fat 34.7, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 119.2, Sodium 2590.4, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 21.4, Protein 44.4
HEARTY SPAGHETTI SAUCE
This makes a rich, hearty sauce that gets better the longer it cooks. Sub fresh herbs for dried- I usually try to :) Also great with green pepper, olives or mushrooms added.
Provided by newmama
Categories Sauces
Time 2h20m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- brown beef and sausage with onion. drain.
- add garlic, spices, tomatoes (all of them), sugar, wine and water.
- bring to a boil.
- reduce and simmer at least 2 hours until thick, the longer the better!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 81.7, Sodium 1204.7, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 11.4, Protein 21.9
MOM'S HEARTY SPAGHETTI
Flavored with Italian sausage and dotted with tender meatballs, the savory from-scratch sauce made this dish one of my mom's most-requested. We five kids were always thrilled to hear it was on the menu. -Grace Yaskovic, Branchville, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. add beef and mix well. Shape into eight meatballs. Brown in a Dutch oven over medium heat; drain and set meatballs aside. , In the same pan, cook sausage, onion and green pepper until vegetables are tender; drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste, garlic and seasonings. Add meatballs; stir gently. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3 hours. Serve over spaghetti; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
HEARTY MEAT SAUCE
My grandmother fixed this for us growing up and I love it. It is a thick and hearty sauce for spaghetti or your favorite noodle! Of course the bread of choice would have to be Texas garlic bread!
Provided by Nicole
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Tomato
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink shows; drain.
- In a large pot combine browned beef and spaghetti sauce over medium heat for 5 or 10 minutes. Add yellow peppers, red peppers, canned tomatoes and mushrooms. Lower heat and simmer covered for 30 minutes, stirring every once in a while.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 38.8 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1110.9 mg, Sugar 24.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will give your sauce the best flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add vegetables, herbs, and spices to your sauce to create a unique flavor profile.
- Simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Taste your sauce as you go and adjust the seasonings accordingly.
- Serve your sauce over your favorite pasta, or use it as a topping for pizza or lasagna.
Conclusion:
Homemade spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a sauce that is sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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